2005 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 453 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Venture (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa. 2005 Chevrolet Venture has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Venture will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Venture | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3354 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
